Daily Archives: Friday 16 September 2016

Metrolink suspended after storm

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Tuesday 13th September was a bad night for Manchester Metrolink following a major storm which saw lightning strikes on two substations and flooding in the city centre. At one stage all lines were completely suspended but as the evening progressed … Continue reading →

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Consultation launched on future of Supertram

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

The South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (SYPTE) are to launch a consultation on the future of the Supertram network from 19th September to “help shape long-term plans for the system”. It is hoped to find out what people think of … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: 3119 enters service in Manchester

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Whilst we still await the delivery of the last of current order of Manchester Metrolink M5000’s the penultimate arrival – 3119 – has now entered service. The tram was first noted in passenger use on Wednesday 14th September running on … Continue reading →

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Bull Street to be Metro terminus for Birmingham BikeFest

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

All Midland Metro services until 1800 on Sunday 18th September from Wolverhampton St George’s will terminate at Bull Street due to the Birmingham BikeFest taking place in the city. The 2km family bike ride will see a number of roads … Continue reading →

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